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19 January 2025 | 9 replies
Risks: rates go down and you have to pay a prepay of 2 or 3 %; you have to sell and pay the prepay; rents decline & you can't make the payment like any other type of loan; cost upfront a little more than conventional; need to find experienced broker licensed in the state where subject property sits; servicers are bulldogs.
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29 January 2025 | 2 replies
Here’s why this market is so ripe:1️⃣ Mom-and-Pop Sell-Offs at Huge DiscountsA lot of these properties have been in the same family for decades, but now the kids aren’t interested in taking over the business or the real estate.
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28 January 2025 | 1 reply
Hi- I just got a notice of non-renewal from State Farm insurance for my 6 unit apt complex in Long Beach.
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4 February 2025 | 0 replies
The Co-Living Industry in the USA (2020–2025): A Comprehensive AnalysisIntroduction-living has emerged as a significant trend in the United States housing market between 2020 and 2025.
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5 February 2025 | 0 replies
Hello everyone, I'm new to the group and I want to say hello to you all.
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27 January 2025 | 29 replies
Not sure their volume its certainly not like Kiavi or lima or one of the big players..
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24 January 2025 | 1 reply
The industry continues to see consolidation, with private equity-backed firms actively acquiring, albeit at a slightly slower pace than the frenzy a few years back.
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3 February 2025 | 1 reply
Good potential for appreciation/rent growth upside as well in the next 5-10 years in my opinion with the market still being one of the most affordable in the country.
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15 January 2025 | 10 replies
Also, keeping an eye on zoning changes or upcoming developments can help you get ahead of the curve.Would love to hear more about your experiences too—what areas are you currently focusing on?
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4 February 2025 | 9 replies
Being able to use real estate to offset taxable income requires some sort of participation on his end.If he wants you to be the boots on the ground, it will likely be hard for him to reduce his taxable income.